Search Results for: risk
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Top Foods That May Increase Risk of Cancer
The foods we eat can affect our risk for illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes, and even cancer. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Understanding Esophageal Cancer: Risk Facts, Symptoms, and Treatment
Esophageal cancer forms in the inner layer of the esophagus. Learn more about the signs, symptoms and risks from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Understand the Shingles Virus and Your Risk
Shingles is a skin rash caused by the chickenpox virus. About 1 in 3 Americans will develop shingles in their lifetime, according to the CDC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Gout? Know the Signs and Risk Factors
More than 8 million people in the United States have gout. Learn more from the experts at UPMC about prevention and treatment options.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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What Is Peyronie’s Disease? Phases and Risk Factors
Wondering "What is Peyronie's disease?" Discover the basics of this condition that affects about 6 percent of men ages 40 to 70.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Urology
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The Benefits and Risks of Becoming a Living-Liver Donor
With almost 14,000 patients on the national liver transplant waiting list and a growing shortage of deceased-donor livers, living donor-liver transplantation gives many patients a chance to receive a transplant sooner and experience better outcomes. Learn about the benefits and risks.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Liver Transplant, Transplant
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Why Can’t Babies Have Honey? Questions About Infants Food Risk
Why can't babies have honey? When can babies have peanut butter? UPMC answers infant food-safety and allergy questions for you.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics, Women's Health
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Understanding a Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis: Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatment
A pancreatic cancer diagnosis can be alarming. Here's what you need to know about prevention, detection and treatment of pancreatic cancer.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Family Health
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Are You at Risk for Erectile Dysfunction?
Discover common causes of erectile dysfunction, including certain diseases, medicines, and lifestyle choices.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Urology